Development of Technological Equipment for Laser Welding of Thin-Walled Joints from Corrosion-Resistant Steels

Keywords

laser welding, technological equipment, thin-sheet materials, corrosion-resistant steels, AISI 304, current issues, girth welded joints

Abstract

Based on the known problems of laser welding of thin-walled flat and cylindrical products made from corrosion-resistant steels, auxiliary technological equipment, consisting of a clamping conductor and a precision rotator, was developed and manufactured. The technological equipment has been tested. The results of the research have shown that the presented technological equipment provides high-quality, non-defective welded joints.

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